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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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